Newcastle have made an improved offer worth £40million for Yoane Wissa, talkSPORT understands. The Magpies’ bid includes a £35m fee plus £5m in potential add-ons, although Brentford’s

If it's Wissa or Strand Larsen, the decision isn't easy. However, the circumstances of the Isak saga might make it Wissa and Strand Larsen

Brentford striker Yoana Wissa reportedly wants to move to Newcastle to continue the club's rich history with French-African players. Wissa, 28, was left out of the squad for Sunday’s 3-1 loss at Nottingham Forest, and he continues to push for a move.

Newcastle turn to fresh attacking options as Wissa deal stalls, with Bayern Munich now rivaling them in the transfer race.

Insider Ben Jacobs has revealed the feelings of Brentford forward Yoane Wissa towards his club, as his attempts to force a transfer to Newcastle have gone to another level.

Football Insider revealed on Friday that after Brentford agreed a £37million deal to sign Dango Ouattara from Bournemouth, the path could now be clear for Wissa to complete his own move to St. James’ Park.

Confidence is growing on Tyneside that Wissa’s camp will agree swiftly to personal terms. As highlighted, “Wissa’s camp ready to finalise personal terms.” Such language suggests both parties are aligned, and the forward’s arrival could be sealed quickly once Brentford make progress with their incoming deal.

Newcastle United are still keen on Brentford star Yoane Wissa with Eddie Howe seeing the DR Congo star as an ideal replacement for departing Callum Wilson. Wilson has signed for West Ham leaving Howe lacking experienced cover for either Alexander Isak or any new big-name replacement.